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Thanks for all the comments,they're very helpful!! I wish I had the right place and lighting for this shot,I think it probably would have done better..maybe next time :)
to answer a question...no I don't play the bass,so yes it was (one of) my first times holding it like I was playing.. :( I want to learn how to play,but for right now it's just a prop (for me..my boyfriend is really good at it!)
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Good pose, good props (love the duct tape on the case). I think it's probably already been mentioned that the lighting is a bit harsh - lemme read... Yep. Someone suggested shoplights - those are pretty handy (but they get hot!) or see if you can find a good urban setting for a shot like this. I much prefer using natural light when I can - mostly because I don't have any fancy studio lights but also because it makes shots more "real" to me. Good job getting yourself in focus - that's one of the hardest things to do with a self-portrait!
Great shot CJ! Funny thing is I glanced through some of these during voting. I looked at this shot, but did not recognize you. LOL
I think you did a good job of getting the camera a bit higher, so that the flash from the camera causes the shadow to be slightly downword in direction. I agree with others that the light is a bit harsh for this type of shot.
The great thing with photoshop is that you can go to a hardware store and buy a haologen work light or two, and play with set ups for lighting and actually shoot with them. your camera will have a setting for that type of light, or just shoot in black and white...have some fun with it.
You had this very nice, in a wrong place. This is my opinion only, you could do the same thing in a street, or basement... some place more dramatic. Also, a little more tight dof, bit more dark edges on the photo would make this photo excellent :) Overall, it's a good photo :)
I think this is a great SP, cause you kept the guitar in your hands, and not covering your face. I would have really loved to see this SP with maybe a graffitied wall or alley. Great composition though.
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